Postgraduate Study | University of Lincoln Skip to content Postgraduate Study Where Will Your Curiosity Lead? Lincoln is a unique place to live and learn. It's where curiosity and collaboration take centre stage; a place where students feel at home and are able to achieve their goals and aspirations as part of a welcoming and supportive community. Our blend of exciting postgraduate programmes, world-leading researchers, expert academics, and high-quality facilities provides you with a wealth of opportunities to expand your knowledge and unlock your full potential. Where will your curiosity lead you? Postgraduate Life at Lincoln Find out more about postgraduate life at Lincoln and why the University is the ideal place to take those next exciting steps on your personal or professional journey. Funding Your Study We offer scholarships and allowances, in addition to the Government’s postgraduate loans, and our Alumni Scholarship can reduce fees by up to 20% for UK students. Applying for a Course Once you have chosen the right programme for you, you can make an application via the course pages on our website. Open Days and Activities You can find out more out about studying at Lincoln by visiting us at one of our many events or by speaking to our dedicated Postgraduate Team. Study with us in January 2026 Applications are now open for a wide range of Master’s programmes which will begin at the University of Lincoln in January 2026. Visit our January webpage to find out more about the programmes we have available, our wide range of scholarships, and beginning your journey to Lincoln. Find out More Meet the Master's Indulge your curiosity and get a taste of what studying at Lincoln could be like with our Meet the Master’s lecture series. Our expert academics are delivering bitesize lectures on topics ranging from politics to poisons, introducing you to some of the concepts and ideas you could be exploring during your Master's degree. Watch the Lectures Choosing a Route – Taught or Research Taught Programmes Our taught programmes are structured in a similar way to undergraduate study, with a set timetable of lectures and seminars. The courses include taught modules that are individually assessed, and an individual research-based project supervised by an academic with expertise in the subject ull-time programmes normally take 12 months to complete. Some programmes are conversion courses , so you can explore a completely new subject without prior study in the area. Find out more on our course pages. Research Degrees For students wanting to focus on a specific area of study and make an original contribution to knowledge, we offer a range of research degrees, including an MA/MSc by Research, MPhil, and PhD. A significant proportion of your time will be spent in independent study during these programmes, and y our research is conducted under the supervision of experienced academics with specialist knowledge. What is a Research Degree? Postgraduate Prospectus Download a digital copy of our Postgraduate Prospectus or order a free physical copy direct to your door. Our prospectus is filled with information about studying at Lincoln, the exciting research taking place, and the taught and research programmes on offer. 2026 Flexible Learning Options We offer a range of alternative and flexible approaches to study, including online Master’s degrees, short courses, and distance-learning programmes that can help to boost your career prospects and give you the opportunities to develop new skills. Explore Flexible Learning Our Accommodation All of our accommodation is either on campus or a short distance away, which means that almost everything you could need is right on your doorstep, and there are plenty of options to suit different needs and budgets. View Our Accommodation Discover Lincoln One of the world's great historic cities, Lincoln is renowned for its fusion of old and new, seamlessly blending medieval heritage with modern city living. Set against the backdrop of this beautiful city, the University sits at the heart of it all on the picturesque Brayford Pool waterfront. Life on Campus University life is about more than just studying. That’s why everything we do is geared towards giving you the best student experience possible. The City of Lincoln Lincoln offers plenty of activities to keep you entertained, from socialising, sports and shopping, to culture, castles, and countryside pursuits. Entertainment and Events Our entertainment venues showcase the best in live music, comedy, theatre, and offer a packed schedule of University events. Applicants and Offer Holders Already got your postgraduate application in? Visit our Applicants and Offer Holders page to find out what you need to do next and how we can continue supporting you throughout the process. Why Choose Lincoln Ranked 2nd in the UK for Postgraduate at the WhatUni Student Choice Awards 2024 The chance to work with internationally recognised academics and researchers Ranked in the top 10 in the UK for postgraduate support in the Postgraduate Taught Experience Survey 2024 79% internationally excellent or world-leading research in the REF 2021 Find Out More About Postgraduate Study at Lincoln Contact the Postgraduate Team University of Lincoln Brayford Pool Campus Lincoln LN6 7TS enquiries@lincoln.ac.uk +44 (0)1522 886644